Mazda CX-5 2.2 SkyActiv-D (2015) vs Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2.4L GLS 2WD 8AT (2020)

Mazda CX-5 2.2 SkyActiv-D (2015) vs Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2.4L GLS 2WD 8AT (2020): which should you buy?

For a Filipino buyer weighing cost, performance and practicality, the 2020 Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2.4L GLS 2WD 8AT edges out the older 2015 Mazda CX‑5 2.2 SkyActiv‑D. The Montero Sport is about ₱58,000 cheaper (₱1,927,000 vs ₱1,985,000) and benefits from a six‑year newer model year, which typically means fresher interior trim and newer safety tech, although specific features are not listed. It delivers a modest power advantage (181 PS vs 175 PS) and higher torque (430 Nm vs 420 Nm), and its 8‑speed automatic offers smoother gear shifts compared with the CX‑5’s 6‑speed. While the CX‑5 provides all‑wheel drive for better traction on wet or mountainous roads, the Montero Sport’s rear‑wheel‑drive layout may be sufficient for most city and highway driving in the Philippines. Both share a body‑on‑frame construction and 5‑door layout, but the CX‑5’s seating is noted as 2+3, whereas the Montero’s capacity isn’t specified. If you prioritize a newer vehicle, lower price, slightly stronger engine and a smoother transmission, the Montero Sport is the better pick. Choose the Mazda CX‑5 only if you need AWD for occasional off‑road or heavy rain conditions and are comfortable with a slightly older model.